New White House Communications Chief Named

Anita Dunn, a veteran Democratic media consultant and senior adviser on Barack Obama's campaign, has been named the President's interim communications director, taking over from Ellen Moran who will become chief of staff for Commerce Sec Gary Locke. Dunn previously resisted Obama's overtures to be on his team, choosing to play a more informal adviser role from outside the White House. But Obama turned to Dunn once again after Moran decided to step down to take a job she says will be a better personal and professional fit. Among the responsibilities of the communication chief's job are crafting media events and amplifying the White House's message on every aspect of Obama's agenda.